1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 1982 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 246 has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 246 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 246 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
